Clackamas County growers, you have the first chance to reserve your place for a hands-on workshop on sprayer maintenance, set-up, and calibration. This is a free workshop co-sponsored by Oregon State University Extension […]
Author Archive | Lisa Kilders
Barnyards and Birkenstocks: An Evening with Don Stuart
Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District invites you to join us for an evening with author Don Stuart. Don has spent his career working with such groups as the American Farmland Trust, Washington […]
Did You See That Fish?
It is not every day that you see a 29-foot long, 14-foot tall Chinook salmon hanging out in a field outside of Beavercreek. No, it was not an attack by a mutant fish, […]
Administrative Assistant Position Available
UPDATE July 11, 2015: The application period has closed. Thank you to all who showed interest in this position! Clackamas County Soil and Water Conservation District seeks an experienced Administrative Assistant to join […]
Invite a Pollinator Home!
As you pop that juicy blueberry into your mouth and enjoy the sweet berry goodness, say a silent “thank you” to your local pollinator! We owe a debt of gratitude to these hard […]
Farmscaping for Predators, Parasitic Wasps and Native Bees
Beneficial insects occur naturally in agricultural and surrounding landscapes and provide valuable services to farms. Predatory and parasitic insects are critically important for keeping pest insect populations in check, while native bees are […]
Conservation Planner Position Available
UPDATE June 22, 2015: The application period has closed. Thank you to all who showed interest in this position! Clackamas County Soil and Water Conservation District seeks an experienced Conservation Specialist to work […]
Wildflowers and Native Plants – Not Always the Same
Wildflowers come in all shapes and sizes, from small plants with delicate blossoms, to large plants with sturdy flowers. Some wildflowers have foliage with barely noticeable flowers! Each are beautiful in their own […]
Invasive Weeds Arrive Early This Year
Has the warm winter weather caught you off guard? It is easy to be distracted by the beautiful spring flowers that are gracing the landscape, but this warm weather is also causing invasive […]
